25 Predictions for Spring’s Small Business.Feb 2, 2011. “This is going to be another great year for green, as we are starting to see it go mainstream. More and more consumers are actively seeking it, making green business a must-have”, Marcos Cordero, gbb.org

Quality Life Fitness to Open in Highland Village. Dec 17, 2010.“Being green offers Quality Life Fitness significant cost savings, which puts them at a competitive advantage over other gyms in the area,” says Marcos Cordero, CEO and Co-Founder of Green Business Bureau. “From a marketing standpoint it allows them to reach out to the ever-growing green consumer who looks for eco-friendly labels when choosing products and services”.

Trust Provider Directory. This directory lists organizations with a stated vision for promoting social good. They verify the activity of their members or their members’ products to foster commerce that maintains and encourages transparency, sustainability, economic empowerment, and ethical business practices.

40 Trees Planted at Jersey Village HS. Nov 11, 2010. The cost of the donated trees, digging, planting, watering and maintenance for the trees is worth nearly $13,000, all of which was given by the volunteers from the Green Business Bureau and The New Nursery and Trees for Houston.

Easy, Affordable Ways to Green Your Business. Apr 19, 2010. Green business initiatives are buzzworthy for good reason: They are a boon to the environment as well as a company’s balance sheet. A greener workplace reduces impact on the planet while being a healthier and more productive place to work.

Be a Green Organization

The GBB provides a step-by-step plan for helping you implement green business practices in your workplace.

Did You Know?

Going green opens up a whole new world of marketing possibilities. With celebrities endorsing organic clothing and hybrid cars creating a craze, one thing’s for certain: green gets people’s attention.Find out more

Testimonials

“Being green has saved us a significant amount of money. Everyone whom I’ve dealt with at GBB has not only been extremely knowledgeable and professional, but also a real pleasure to work with." - Advance Air & Heat Co, East Freetown, MA

Customers want to buy from eco-friendly companies, so gain a competitive advantage by displaying the GBB seal.Businesses that earn green business certification also save on energy and material costs. More Info